"Neither one who falls short of virtue because of negligence nor one who
out of presumption oversteps it will reach the harbour of dispassion.
Indeed, no one will enjoy the blessings of righteousness who tries to
attain them by means of either deficiency or excess."
Ilias the Presbyter.
"Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in
this age, let him become a fool that he may become wise. For the wisdom
of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, "He catches
the wise in their own craftiness"; and again, "The Lord knows the
thoughts of the wise, that they are futile." 1 Corinthians 3:18-20
Draw nigh unto God and He will draw nigh unto you.